OpenAI has announced that it will start showing ads in ChatGPT, initially targeting free users and those subscribed to the Go plan in the United States. The company assures that these advertisements will be non-intrusive, clearly marked, and will not affect the responses generated by the AI. Additionally, conversations with the chatbot will remain private and not be shared with advertisers. The decision to incorporate ads into ChatGPT was anticipated, as speculation had been circulating for months. Despite previous statements from the company's leadership, including CEO Sam Altman, describing the introduction of ads as a last resort, it seems that this move is crucial for the company's sustainability. Currently, only about 5% of the 900 million ChatGPT users are paying subscribers. Reports indicate that OpenAI aims to achieve profitability by 2030, although it is projected to incur a loss of $115 billion by then. Advertising could serve as a means to help offset the substantial cloud computing expenses, which are estimated to reach $450 billion. How will the introduction of ads influence your experience with ChatGPT? Options include continuing to use the service with ads, opting for a paid subscription, or switching to a different platform.
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